Young Dreamers
Society
About YDS

We exist to raise a generation of kingdom builders.

Young Dreamers Society is a faith-rooted movement equipping young Christians aged 16–35 with the community, mentorship, and tools to pursue their God-given calling.

Our Vision

A generation of young Christians who combine deep faith with extraordinary action.

Our Mission

To provide world-class community, mentorship, and programming that transforms potential into kingdom impact.

Our Story

Started by a young dreamer, for young dreamers.

Young Dreamers Society was founded with a simple conviction: there is a generation of young Christians who are serious about both their faith and their calling — and they deserve a community built for both.

We are building something new. The Academy is our first programme — a structured, mentorship-driven cohort for young leaders who are ready to grow. Everything we build starts here.

We are at the beginning. And we think that is worth being honest about. If you are reading this, you could be one of the people who helps shape what this becomes.

Values

What we believe and how we operate

Faith-Centred

We believe every calling, every gift, and every dream is God-given. Our work flows from that conviction.

Growth-Focused

We push every young person in our community to grow — in character, competence, and courage.

Community-First

We are not building an audience. We’re building a community — one built on genuine relationships.

Courageous Action

Faith without works is dead. We move, we build, we create — and we do it with our whole hearts.

Kingdom Impact

We care about legacy, not likes. Every programme is designed to produce lasting Kingdom fruit.

Safeguarding

The safety of every young person in our community is non-negotiable. Always.

The Team

Built by people who believe in you

Emmanuel Asante

Founder & Executive Director

A 28-year-old builder, speaker, and pastor with a vision to see young Christians become kingdom-shaping leaders.

Priya Osei

Head of Programmes

11 years of youth and leadership development across the UK and West Africa.

Samuel Tetteh

Head of Community

Passionate about building spaces where young people encounter both God and each other.

Faith Acheampong

Head of Operations

Keeps the whole machine running — with extraordinary care and zero drama.

Our commitment to safeguarding

Young Dreamers Society is committed to the care, welfare, and safety of all young people in our community. All leaders, mentors, and volunteers undergo DBS checks and safeguarding training before working with our community.

Read our full safeguarding policy →

Common questions

Ready to be part of the movement?

Whether you’re just starting out or well into your journey, there’s a place for you in this community.